The Ritz on Union

Italian Restaurants in Schenectady, New York

4.7 (566)

Category	Italian Restaurants
Address	1720 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309
Area	Schenectady, New York
Phone	(518) 218-6395
Google rating	4.7 (566)

Hours

Thursday	11 AM–8:30 PM
Friday	11 AM–9:30 PM

About The Ritz on Union

The Ritz on Union provides Catering, Event Rental, and Restaurant services to the Schenectady, NY area.

Located at 1720 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309, The Ritz on Union operates as an italian restaurant serving Schenectady in New York. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it.

Italian restaurants, sub shops, calzone counters and Italian delis sit next to the pizzerias on this site because most of them bake pizza too, often from the same dough. Full-service Italian restaurants take reservations for dinner, add a tip line for table service (15-20% is customary) and usually run a cheaper lunch menu on weekdays. Sub and sandwich shops are counter-order and quick, with sizes by the inch or in half and whole lengths. Calzones and strombolis are priced like a medium pizza and are large enough to share. Italian delis and bakeries sell by weight and by the piece, and many close mid-afternoon.

Hours are published for 2 days a week. Typical hours are 11 AM–8:30 PM. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (518) 218-6395. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. Its website is theritzonunion.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 566 reviews, which is a strong result for an italian restaurant in Schenectady and suggests consistent service.

Schenectady is in New York, in the Northeast, where four distinct seasons shape local life: hot humid summers, snowy winters that can close businesses for a day, and a dense pattern of towns where walking, transit and street parking all matter. Traffic in Schenectady peaks on weekday mornings and afternoons, so allow extra time then. Addresses read from the street number up to the city, state abbreviation and five-digit ZIP code; the map link on this page shows the exact spot.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Sonya Smith 3 weeks ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had such a great first experience at The Ritz on Union in Schenectady! From the beautiful décor to the food, drinks, and service, everything made for a wonderful evening. I started with the calamari, which was delicious. I especially loved the nice touch of the balsamic drizzle with marinara on the side. For my entrée, I had the pappardelle pasta with short rib ragù definitely a dish I would order again. And, of course, the zeppolis for dessert! The cocktails were also a highlight. If you enjoy prosecco, definitely try the Blossom Prosecco cocktail. 🥂🌸 What really stood out was the hospitality. Anthony, the owner, personally came over to every table and made sure we were enjoying ourselves. Since it was our first visit, that extra effort made us feel especially welcomed. Diana was our server and, although she was new, she was attentive, sweet, and took great care of us throughout the evening. I also appreciated seeing so many gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options on the menu, making it a great choice for groups with different dietary preferences. Great food, beautiful atmosphere, excellent drinks, and genuinely welcoming service. We will definitely be back! 🫶🏾

jasmine anderson 4 months ago

Nicole gave excellent service from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out perfectly. She checked on us at the right times without being intrusive, kept our drinks refilled, and had a great attitude the entire meal. Nicole really made the experience enjoyable, and I’d definitely come back because of her service. Highly recommend asking for Nicole if you visit this restaurant!Nicole gave excellent service from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out perfectly. She checked on us at the right times without being intrusive, kept our drinks refilled, and had a great attitude the entire meal. Nicole really made the experience enjoyable, and I’d definitely come back because of her service. Highly recommend asking for Nicole if you visit this restaurant!

Seanteeia Adams 4 months ago

Amazing experience! The service was excellent, the atmosphere was beautiful and welcoming, and everything made for a great time. Nicole was absolutely fantastic—she had such a positive attitude, was attentive, and made the experience even better. Her drinks were amazing and perfectly made. Will definitely be back!

Katie Alois 5 months ago

Came for a drink, stayed for the pizza—and both delivered. 🍸🍕 The cocktails were spot on (balanced, creative, and dangerously easy to keep ordering), and the pizza hit that perfect crispy sweet spot. Shoutout to Sarah behind the bar! She was friendly, attentive, and clearly knows her stuff. Great recommendations, great vibes, and made the whole experience even better. Will definitely be back.

Shanza Masih 6 months ago

If I could give this place a 100/10 I would. 1. The service: phenomenal. As soon as you walk in, the hostess was so friendly and welcoming. Our server, Danielle, was the best. She was very polite, helpful with suggestions and recommendations and answering dietary needs questions, she checked on us regularly and refilled our water. Everything came out so quickly and overall service was great. BONUS: the owner, Anthony, personally came to our table, made a few jokes and had a few laughs with us and brought our table a little treat. He was so personable and kind. He told us about the restaurant and the business and it made the whole experience feel so homey and welcoming. We were whole fully pleased by our interaction with him because he was so kind and made the experience even more enjoyable. 2. The food: AMAZING!! We started with the Wasabi Shrimp (thank you Danielle for the rec) and the calamari. Everything tasted so fresh and hot when it came out. For our entree we ordered Haddock, Mushroom Risotto and Brick Chicken. Each item was soooo delicious, unique flavors, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. We are foodies so it’s safe to say there wasn’t a single thing here that

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Ritz on Union located?

The Ritz on Union is at 1720 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309, in Schenectady, New York. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is The Ritz on Union?

The Ritz on Union is listed as an italian restaurant.

What are the hours of The Ritz on Union?

Published hours are Thursday: 11 AM–8:30 PM; Friday: 11 AM–9:30 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

What is the phone number of The Ritz on Union?

You can call The Ritz on Union at (518) 218-6395.

How is The Ritz on Union rated on Google?

The Ritz on Union has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 566 reviews.

Does The Ritz on Union have a website?

Yes, the website of The Ritz on Union is theritzonunion.com (linked on this page).

Are there other italian restaurants near The Ritz on Union?

Yes. Schenectady also has Marino's Pizza & Restaurant, Canali's Italian & American Restaurant, Ferrari's Ristorante among others; see the full list of italian restaurants in Schenectady at the bottom of this page.